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Engine 89...starting

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  • Start date Start date Dec 17, 2018

justin82

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not sure how to describe it...sometimes the care fires right up, and sometimes it takes a couple seconds longer

thanks
 

RaggedGT

Been here over a DECADE and still no CT
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Start with the basics-
•Check spark plugs
•Check plug wires
•Check fuel filter
•Check fuel pressure
•Check air filter
•Clean Maf
 

justin82

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did all that in april... but I didn't check fuel pressure...thanks!
 
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RaggedGT

Been here over a DECADE and still no CT
Mod Dude
Jul 20, 2014
4,733
3,175
203
Taylorsville ky
Dec 17, 2018
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Still wouldn’t hurt to just go back over everything,and looking at the plugs can sometimes clue you in to any running issues you might have. Little odd problems can be a pain sometimes-but sounds like you’re keeping after it. I’m sure you will find it
 
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justin82

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thanks
 

General karthief

wonder how much it would cost to ship you a pair
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Check for codes?
Just think'n out loud
 

justin82

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haven't checked for codes....didn't think about that...I will tomorrow....thanks
 
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Are you losing prime in your fuel system occasionally? Maybe a leaking fuel pressure regulator. Pull the vacuum line off the regulator and see if it spits fuel. Can you tell if it's running rich?
 
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